Drawing into painting
Gain an understanding of the creative journey from drawing or sketch to finished painting. Using paint techniques or mixed media, find out how the two activities contrast, yet potentially support each other. Basic materials included.
Key course information
Dates
15/09/11 - 20/10/11
Day(s)
Thu
Duration
6 weeks
Time
10:30 - 16:30
Fees
Full fee: £187
Senior fee: £112
Concession: £83
Venue
KS - Keeley Street
Course code
VM501
Availability
This course has finished
This course has finished
Still got questions?
visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2700
Course outline
What is the course about?
To gain an understanding of the possibilities of relating drawing to painting. To find out how the two activities contrast, yet potentially support each other. To experience drawing and painting as related formal language, and to facilitate a progression from drawing to painting.
What topics will we cover?
The first six sessions explore strategies for relating drawing to painting, including: working from observation; exploring abstract mark, gesture and composition; making drawn studies as an aid to preparing for paintings; and also interpreting and developing your own painting and/or that of other artists.
Later sessions will encourage you to explore and reflect upon how drawing and painting can facilitate the development of a personal creative process.These preparatory studies will lead you to a final piece which can be either a drawing or painting.
By the end of this course you should be able to:
- successfully use drawing as a preliminary step towards painting
- experience drawing as a means of decision-making and problem-solving in a painting
- understand possible affinities between drawn and painted marks
- use painting and drawing to explore and interpret your own work and or/ that of others.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
For beginners in painting with some drawing experience, or those who wish to explore the relationship between the two disciplines.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
We will engage in a series of structured projects that explore the relationship between drawing and painting. There will be group discussions and evaluations, individual tutorials, and explorations of works by selected artists.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
A small notebook for making notes/sketches (no larger than A4) is advised, although not essential.
Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?
No.
What feedback will I get?
You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.
How will I be able to give my views on the course?
Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.
How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?
You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Basic materials are provided.
General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.
Who can I contact for further information?
Tel: 020 7492 2700
visualarts@citylit.ac.ukPlease email us for advice or call us during these times:
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Thursdays - 9.00-12.00
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To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.
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